Palestinian Authority

Abbas to Shabak chief: 'We can sit in the same jail cell'

Palestinian Authority chair Abbas refused to cancel joint elections with Hamas, told Shabak chief 'I don't work for you,' new report shows.

Report: Biden quietly transferred $75 million to PA

The Biden administration is quietly ramping up assistance to the Palestinian Authority, according to The Associated Press.

PA calls Jews visiting Temple Mount a 'provocation'

Official PA news agency condemns visit of Jews to Judaism's holiest site over Passover holiday.

'Urgent action required' - PA taking over Area C

Kobi Eliraz, Former advisor to Defense Minister, says Israel still capable of preventing massive PA takeover of lands in 'Area C.'

Israel revokes PA minister's travel pass - 'Good first move'

After PA foreign minister asked ICC chief prosecutor to accelerate anti-Israel case, his travel pass was revoked & he returned empty-handed.

'PA Arabs learning from Israel's medical advances'

Israeli hospitals are helping the PA's vaccination drive - despite claims of racism and 'Vaccine Apartheid' by the PA.

What have the Palestinians ever done for the Palestinians?

What risks have “moderate” Palestinian leaders taken to resolve the conflict? The answer is: none. Op-ed.

Israel's revenge against top Palestinian Authority official

Israeli security officials confiscated VIP border pass from top PA foreign affairs official over ICC case against Israel.

What has anyone ever done for the Palestinian Arabs?

Part I: What have the Israelis ever done for the Palestinians? Opinion.

Israeli Arab activist: 'Israel helping PA Arabs - not the PA'

Despite international criticism signaling out Israel, Arab-Israel activist tells UN the Jewish State is doing more for Arabs than the PA.

Biden plans to 'reset' ties with PA

Internal draft memo shows Biden administration crafting a plan aimed at “resetting” US ties with the Palestinian Authority.

Shipment of vaccines for Palestinian Authority arrives in Israel

Shipment of 60,000 coronavirus vaccines is transferred from Ben Gurion Airport to the Palestinian Authority and Gaza.

PA condemns Kosovo over Jerusalem embassy

Abbas spokesman says Kosovo's move is a violation of international law.

PM vows action against Palestinian roads

Prime Minister Netanyahu says that he will not allow illegal Palestinian construction to cut off Jewish settlements.

PA announces COVID-19 lockdown

Lockdown to be imposed in all parts of Judea and Samaria starting Monday, due to rise in coronavirus-related deaths and infection rates.

PA, Arab League denounce Czech Republic over Jerusalem office

Palestinian Authority and Arab League say Czech Republic’s opening of diplomatic office in Jerusalem violates international law.

PA willing to cooperate with ICC probe of Israel

PA cabinet leader Mohammad Shtayyeh praises ICC chief prosecutor's "courage" in deciding to probe Israeli "war crimes".

PA seeks to expedite ICC probe of Israel

PA "foreign minister" to meet ICC chief prosecutor in order to advance the investigation of Israel's "war crimes."

PA acknowledges it gave vaccines to Jordan

PA "health ministry" confirmed that 200 vaccines were transferred to Jordan with the consent of PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

Sanders praises call to vaccinate Palestinian Arabs

Sanders last week blasted Israel for failing to vaccinate Palestinian Arabs even though Israel is not obligated to do so.

The change in tone of the US State Department

State Department spokesman hints at press briefing what the new administration's positions would be on Iran, Israel-PA.

PA: Israel should be punished in a way that deters it

PA "foreign ministry" accuses international community of defeatism in its policy against Israel.

Israel to vaccinate Palestinian workers

Several border Judea and Samaria to be equipped with vaccination facilities.

Will someone rescue the Palestinian Arabs from Hamas and PLO?

No independent grass roots movement with a platform different from Hamas and the PLO is likely to emerge, so elections are a dead end. Op-ed

Hamas releases 45 prisoners ahead of PA elections

Hamas says prisoner release is "a goodwill gesture" ahead of PA general elections.

Sanders: 'Outrageous' that Israel isn't vaccinating Palestinians

Senator Sanders blasts Israel for providing excess COVID-19 vaccine to other countries while failing to vaccinate Palestinian Arabs.

PA tried to deceive the Biden administration

Senior Hamas official says PA document sent to Biden which says Hamas supports a two-state solution is inaccurate.

Hamas won't nominate candidate for PA elections

In a likely boon for Abbas, Hamas has decided it will not be nominating a candidate for the PA “presidential elections”.

PA official: Israel preventing vaccination of Palestinians

PA "foreign minister" accuses Israel of preventing transfer of coronavirus vaccines to the PA and the Gaza Strip.

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Likud held secret talks with PLO in bid to win over Arab voters

Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Office opened talks with Palestinian Authority, hoping PA would quietly back Likud ahead of election

PA claims Israel will vaccinate 100,000 PA workers

Israeli sources say the move has not yet been approved by the political echelon.

Outrage after PA journalists bypass vaccination queue

Palestinian Arabs outraged after dozens of journalists and public figures vaccinated at the expense of the quota intended for medical staff.

Israel transfers 1,000 vaccines to Gaza

Israel passes 1,000 vaccines to Gaza, following request from Palestinian Authority.

PA accuses Israel of preventing vaccines to Gaza

PA official claims Israel prevented 2,000 doses of Russian vaccine from entering Gaza.

PA: Strengthening Jerusalem a 'top priority'

PA cabinet leader meets Arab activists from Jerusalem, promises to address the needs of the residents in light of "settlement expansion".

The “State of Palestine” remains a United Nations mirage

The 163 page partly dissenting opinion of ICC Judge Péter Kovács dwarfs the Court’s actual 60 page decision. Op-ed.

When did the Palestinian Arabs become the good guys?

It is noted that you quote the Bible frequently, Mr. Biden, so you know to whom the Promised Land was given. Op-ed.

How the PA weaponizes Palestinian Arab children

The Palestinian Authority incites children to attack IDF soldiers so their deaths will serve the narrative of Israeli aggression. Op-ed.

PA organizations agree on general elections

Representatives of PA organizations meet in Cairo, agree to hold general elections that will also be held in eastern Jerusalem.

Biden urges democracy abroad, but will it apply to the PA?

His strong words about human rights were welcome. Now we’ll see if he means them when it comes to one of the main offenders. Op-ed.

Only an Israel victory over PA Lawfare will stop the ICC process

The Palestinian Authority has taken off its gloves, if it ever even had them on. Israel should do likewise. Op-ed.

PA concerned about criticism of ICC

PA "foreign ministry" concerned over several countries' positions opposing ICC ruling that it can probe alleged Israeli "war crimes".

PA officials laud ICC, call for probe against Israel

Palestinian Authority officials welcome ICC ruling that it has jurisdiction over Judea, Samaria, Gaza and eastern Jerusalem.

PA: Residents of Jerusalem are entitled to vote and be elected

PA Central Election Commission says "Palestinians" of Jerusalem have the right to vote and stand as candidates in the general election.

PA launches COVID vaccination campaign

PA's vaccination campaign made possible after Israeli transfer of 2,000 doses of Moderna’s vaccine.

Watch: Thousands of PA Arabs enter breach in security fence

Lockdown restrictions on PA workers entering Israel defied as masses cross through gap in fence to continue going to work.

President Biden, please don't rock the Israel-PA boat

An open letter to President Joe Biden. Op-ed.

Israel to deliver COVID-19 vaccines to PA medical teams

Israel will deliver vaccines for about 1,000 PA medical workers to prevent collapse of PA's healthcare system.

PA: 'Israel isolating al-Asqa'

Head of the 'Jerusalem Committee' of the PA Parliament calls on the international community to prosecute Israeli leaders for 'war crimes.'

'We are working to create alternative to Joint List'

Arab-Israeli activist says new generation interested in security, education - not meeting PA demands.

PA officials: There are ongoing contacts with the US

PA official says US administration clarified its support for the two-state solution and its opposition to Trump's peace plan.

Russia backs PA proposal for international peace conference

Russian Foreign Minister proposes Middle East peace conference to be held in the spring or in the summer.

PA complains to UN over UAE-Samaria deals

Palestinian Authority demands the UN punish the UAE for the trade deals which were signed between Samaria and UAE bussinesses.

Armed PA police illegally deployed to Area C along Green Line

Armed PA police illegally oversee land-grab near security barrier adjacent to Green Line in Area C - under full Israeli control.

PA invites European officials to serve as observers in elections

PA extends official invitations to the European Parliament and EU to serve as observers in upcoming general elections.

Democratic lawmakers criticize Israel over vaccines for PA

Two Democratic lawmakers say Israel should distribute COVID-19 vaccinations to Palestinian Arabs.

PA to purchase doses of Russian vaccine

PA will purchase about 100,000 doses of the Russian Sputnik V vaccine, its envoy to Moscow says.

PA pressuring: Allow elections in Jerusalem

PA cabinet leader asks international community to pressure Israel to allow PA parliament elections in eastern Jerusalem as well.

PA calls for international pressure on Israel

Abbas spokesman: Israeli construction in "occupied Palestinian lands" requires a strong international response.

Tlaib: Israel is a racist state

Muslim congresswoman accuses Israel of racism due to its failure to offer coronavirus vaccines to Palestinian Arabs.